CatholicCare Social Services is a not-for-profit organisation that is committed to improving service accessibility, responsiveness and outcomes for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and families.
Working within CatholicCare Social Services and the Family Relationship Centre, the successful applicant will be required to provide family dispute resolution services (parenting and property), ensuring that practice and procedures are in accordance with the Family Law Act 1975, legislative guidelines and contractual obligation with the Department of Social Services.
The position is based in Toowoomba with required regular regional travel to South-West QLD to provide service delivery. This position will be on a fixed term contract from 1 December 2022 to 29 February 2024.
What you need to be successful in this role:
- Deliver high quality family dispute resolution services (parenting & property) to support clients in accordance with Family Law Act 1975, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners Regulations 2008 and CatholicCare’s practice and procedures;
- Participate in, and represent CatholicCare at networking events and activities with stakeholders, other agencies and staff;
- Refer clients internally within CatholicCare to other programs and the provision of external client referrals to government and non-government organisations;
- Ensure the accurate recording of information in the client management database and all other reporting databases and tools, as detailed in any applicable funding agreements, is consistently maintained;
- Develop and facilitate workshops, seminars and information sessions, if required, and contribute as a team member to these activities;
- Network and promote programs in the community and maintain a strong community focus that will promote the organisation.
To apply for this role you must have:
- Hold a tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences or Law;
- Be a fully qualified Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner;
- Hold a valid current driver’s licence;
- Have a current (or eligibility for) Qld Working with Children Check – ‘Blue Card’;
- Have a current (or eligibility for) Australian Criminal History Check;
- If applicable, have evidence of Australian Work Rights to confirm citizenship or a visa holder.
About the Benefits
To reward your commitment CatholicCare will offer an attractive remuneration package based on Level 5 of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHCADS) Award, plus generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 to significantly increase your take home pay.
The successful candidate will also enjoy a range of outstanding benefits, including:-
- Professional development opportunities;
- CatholicCare recognises the importance of a healthy work/life balance and supports family friendly practices within the workplace.
How to apply:
To obtain the position description please go to our website https://www.catholiccare.services/
If you would like to be part of our dedicated team please email [email protected] with a covering letter (maximum two pages) addressing the key selection criteria, outlining your skills, qualifications and experience for the position and a current resume.
We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Should you, after assessing your suitability for the role and reading the position description, have any further questions please contact Miranda, Team Leader – Family Relationship Centre on 1300 477 433.
No recruitment agencies please.
Late application will not be considered
Applications close 5pm, Monday 7th November 2022.